Job Overview
We are looking for Home Health Aides & Personal Care Assistants in Geauga County to provide one‑on‑one care for local elderly clients in their homes. Responsibilities include daily activities such as grocery shopping, housekeeping, laundry, meal preparation, and support with bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting as needed. Hours and clients are based on your availability, skill, and comfort level.
Location
Throughout Geauga County.
Benefits
- 4–12 hour shifts: $16.00 per hour. $1–$2 pay differential for short shifts (2–3 hours).
- Pathways to advancement and higher pay.
- Unlimited hugs and high‑fives from clients.
- Flexibility for life’s demands.
- Supportive team that values your talents and quirks.
- Satisfaction of making a real difference in a client’s life.
- Overtime available.
- Paid travel between clients.
- Paid training opportunities (in person & online).
- Referral bonuses.
- Caregiver appreciation prizes & monthly drawings.
- Yearly employee holiday party with a free holiday turkey or ham.
- Virtual interviewing options.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) retirement program.
- Life insurance – company sponsored.
- Employee benefits available after 1 year of full‑time employment.
Responsibilities
- Assist clients with daily activities and activities of daily living.
- Provide compassionate, personalized care ensuring comfort, dignity, and peace of mind.
- Offer companionship, emotional support, and a listening ear.
- Assist with bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting with sensitivity and respect.
- Prepare meals and assist with kitchen duties.
- Help with household chores, errands, and grocery shopping.
- Maintain a positive and uplifting environment for clients.
Requirements
- 18 years of age or older.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle; willing to drive up to 30 minutes to clients’ homes.
- Ability to pass a criminal background check.
- Excellent communication skills with empathy and active listening.
- Understanding of the unique needs and challenges faced by patients and families at the end of life.
- Sense of humor and ability to find lightness in difficult moments.
- Prior experience as a State Tested Nursing Aid, Home Health Aid, Medical Assistant, Personal Care Assistant, or nursing student; retirees, retired nurses, or empty‑nesters also welcome.
- Or, any person with a heart and desire to care for others who is willing to learn and become a professional caregiver.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Cherished Companions is an equal opportunity employer.